Berlin, Germany
Berlin, Germany
Description
View cruisetours with Berlin, GermanyNow basking in its regained status as the capital of Germany, Berlin is a dramatic blend of tradition and cutting-edge trendiness. Few cities have seen as many changes in the 20th century as Berlin, which was bombed to pieces during World War II, physically divided for decades, and then joyfully made whole again in 1990. Landmarks such as the Reichstag, Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie, Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church, and the Berlin Wall Memorial are somber reminders of the city's tumultuous history. Meanwhile, a diverse art scene (over 400 art galleries), world-class cuisine, vibrant nightlife, exciting festivals, and high-profile sporting events and recreation opportunities make Berlin a solid hub of forward-focused culture.
Points of Interest
- Brandenburg Gate
- Checkpoint Charlie/Berlin Wall East Gallery/Allied Museum
- Jewish Museum
More about Berlin, Germany Points of Interest
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Brandenburg Gate -
The Brandenburg Gate was formerly used to represent the separation between East and West Berlin.
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Checkpoint Charlie/Berlin Wall East Gallery/Allied Museum -
Checkpoint Charlie is the famous Berlin Wall crossing point. To the west is the East Side Gallery, a surving chunk of the real Wall, and the Allied Museum commemorating the occupation after WWII.
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Jewish Museum -
The largest Jewish museum in Europe symbolizes the Holocaust and chronicles the history of the Jewish community in Germany from the Middle Ages to today.